Iced Almond Milk Matcha Latte, Dairy free
This iced almond milk matcha latte is a lighter, refreshing, creamy green tea drink that is made using almond milk, matcha powder, and honey. It mixes in a mason jar and comes together in less than 10 minutes!
We love all things matcha, from matcha blondies, to matcha popsicles, to match lattes!
This iced matcha latte is always our go-to drink in the summer because it tastes rich, boosts our energy and is so EASY to make. It comes together in a matter of minutes. All you need is culinary grade matcha tea powder, almond milk, honey, hot water, and ice. And a mason jar! Making this drink is much easier when using a mason jar.
You will love the smooth green tea taste of this matcha almond milk latte. The almond milk makes it creamy. The matcha powder makes it smooth and zen. And the honey compliments the drink with sweetness. Delish!
Why we love this almond milk matcha latte:
- It’s the iced version of a matcha with almond milk and it is delightful.
- This drink is great for anyone with dairy intolerances or who loves using almond milk.
- It is simple to make. There are no special matcha tools needed. Everything mixes together easily in a mason jar.
- Matcha provides a zen-like energy caffeine boost without any of of the coffee caffeine jitters.
- Matcha powder has many health benefits.
The health benefits of matcha green tea
We did a bit of research and found that matcha tea is chock-full of health benefits:
- it is full of antioxidants
- it boosts your metabolism
- it helps your body detox
- it relaxes the body and mind
- it boosts concentration
- it helps lower cholesterol and blood sugar, and
- it is full of vitamins and minerals.
Some say it has the most amount of antioxidants out of any food, which we swear is the reason that we feel so great after drinking it.
Recipe Ingredients
- matcha tea powder- ceremonial grade matcha powder or culinary grade matcha powder work best to make this recipe.
- hot water– make sure to boil it before you make this recipe.
- honey– any type of honey works.
- almond milk– the brand of your choice. Make sure it is unsweetened and unflavored.
- ice cubes
See recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
Additions/ Substitutions
- Instead of almond milk, you can use a different non-dairy milk. You can use oat milk, cashew milk, flaxseed milk, etc.
- Instead of honey, you can use maple syrup or date syrup. Using maple syrup or date syrup makes this drink Vegan. You can also use brown sugar if you prefer.
- You can add other flavors to your iced latte, such as cinnamon, cocoa powder or crushed strawberries.
Step by step instructions
One way to make matcha tea is to follow a certain method that involves a whisk of sorts. But we find that shaking everything together in a mason jar works is easier. Below is the mason jar method.
Step 1
Step 1: Scoop out the matcha tea powder
Step 2
Step 2: Pour the matcha tea powder into a mason jar.
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Step 3
Step 3: Pour hot water into the mason jar, close the lid and shake it all together.
Step 4
Step 4: Add honey to the jar, close the lid and shake again.
Step 5
Step 5: Add the almond milk to the mason jar, put the lid back on and shake.
Step 6
Step 6: Fill the mason jar with ice, put the lid on top and give it one last final shake until all the liquid feels cold.
Recipe FAQs
How many calories are in an iced matcha latte with almond milk?If you make this recipe for one person, there are 90 calories in the full mason jar of iced almond milk matcha latte.
Is matcha with almond milk good for you?It is! Matcha powder is full of antioxidants. Almond milk is a great source of vitamin E and calcium. Add them together and you have a lighter drink.
What milk is best for iced matcha latte?We like using almond milk but you can use any milk that you like.
Is matcha healthier than green tea?Yes matcha tea is healthier than regular green tea. It is said to have 3x the amount of antioxidants than regular green tea.
What is the difference between ceremonial grade and culinary grade matcha powder?
Ceremonial grade matcha tea is seen as a higher quality type of matcha powder. It has a brighter green color and subtle sweeter taste. It is meant to be used in hot water and to be drunk traditionally.
Culinary grade matcha powder is meant to be used in baked goods, smoothies or lattes. It tends to be less bright green and a bit more bitter in taste.
We have used both to make this latte and find that both work well and the flavor isn’t that different.
Prep 10 minutesTotal 10 minutesMakes 1 person
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon matcha tea powder
- 1/2 cup hot water
- 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup almond milk
- ice
Method
- Put 1 teaspoon of culinary grade or ceremonial grade matcha green tea powder into a mason jar. Then pour 1/2 cup of hot water into the mason jar, put the lid on the jar, and shake everything together.
- Next, add 2 tsp of honey ( you can add more or less to your taste), put the lid on the jar, and shake the mason jar again until the honey has dissolved.
- Pour 1 cup of almond milk into the mason jar, put the lid back on the jar, and shake everything again.
- Then fill the mason jar with ice until it is full, put the lid on top, and shake it until all the liquid feels cold.
- Serves 1- 2.
Notes
- Instead of almond milk, you can use a different non-dairy milk. You can use oat milk, cashew milk, flaxseed milk, etc.
- Instead of honey, you can use maple syrup or date syrup. Using maple syrup or date syrup makes this drink Vegan. You can also use brown sugar if you prefer.
- You can add other flavors to your iced latte, such as cinnamon, cocoa powder or crushed strawberries.
